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MSI MAG 342CQR E2

  • Monitors
  • 34″
  • QHD
  • LCD / LED

Running cost

€19.66 per year

€197 over 10 years

EU average, 6 h a day

Uses about as much energy as the average for 34-inch monitors on Wattabill (558 models).

Running cost at a glance

  • €19.66 per year
  • €197 over 10 years
  • 67.9 kWh per year
  • 14 kg CO₂e per year from electricity use
This model
Average for 34-inch monitors (558)

Your country and usage

6 h a day
  • Electricity at €0.2896 per kWh (household price with taxes, Eurostat 2025-S2).
  • 210 g CO₂e per kWh generated in 2023 (European Environment Agency). Counts use only, not manufacturing.

We assume prices stay the same over the years.

Same size and resolution, cheaper to run

Models on the market with the same screen size and resolution as the MSI MAG 342CQR E2 that use at least 5% less energy.

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About this model

Text from the manufacturer, via Icecat.

  • VA Panel – Provides 1ms MPRT response time, optimizes screen colors and brightness
  • 180Hz Refresh Rate – Respond faster with smoother frames
  • 1ms MPRT Response Time – Eliminate screen tearing and choppy frame rates
  • AI Vision – The new AI Vision technology can not only reveal details in dark areas but also enhance overall brightness and saturate colors
  • Less Blue Light – Use a software solution to reduce the light emission in the blue-violet region of the blue light spectrum

The MSI ARSENAL GAMING (MAG) series is engineered to give gamers the edge they need to dominate on the virtual battlefield. Inspired by the rugged durability and unwavering reliability of military-grade equipment, the MAG series is built to provide an unwavering defense in every gaming scenario.

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However, MAG isn't just about performance; it's a design language that conveys ruggedness and toughness, embodying the very essence of the MAG style. For gamers who are determined to dominate their digital battlegrounds, the MAG series is here to stand with you, establishing the ultimate defense.

Specifications

BrandMSI
ModelMAG 342CQR E2
Energy classF
Screen size34″ (86 cm)
Power in on mode (SDR)31 W
Energy class (HDR)G
Power in on mode (HDR)61 W
Standby0.5 W
Off mode0.3 W
Resolution3440 × 1440
Aspect ratio21:9
PanelLED LCD
Refresh rate60 Hz
Power supplyExternal
Guaranteed support3 years
Software updates8 years
Spare parts available3 years
On the market sinceMay 15, 2024
EPREL registration number1987406

Source: EPREL, European Commission. Data updated October 13, 2026.

Product description and images: Icecat (Open Icecat), provided as is, without warranty.